The Lahore High Court (LHC) has once again made headlines with a decision emphasizing the importance of women’s rights in marriage. In a recent case, Justice Farooq Haider allowed a woman who married of her own free will to remain with her husband while also ensuring her financial security by ordering an increase in her […]
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Landmark Ruling by Lahore High Court to Enhance Safety in Women’s Shelter Homes
The Lahore High Court (LHC) has taken a monumental step to ensure the safety and well-being of women in shelter homes across Punjab. In a pivotal ruling, the court has directed the Punjab government to immediately remove all male employees from shelter homes, except for those serving in essential roles. This directive follows distressing reports […]
Ramsha Khan Launches Bridal Jewelry Advocating Women’s Nikahnama Rights
Empowering Brides Beyond the GlamourAt first glance, bridal jewellery is all about elegance, beauty, and completing the perfect look for a bride’s big day. But what if it could mean more? In a groundbreaking campaign, designer Fahad Hussayn, actor Ramsha Khan, and the Centre for Human Rights (CFHR) have joined forces to redefine bridal jewellery […]
New Jersey Woman’s ‘Handmaid’s Tale’ Statement Sparks Voting Day Buzz
Making a Bold Statement: Veronica McGrogan’s Powerful Election Day Protest In a striking act of protest and solidarity, Veronica McGrogan, a 50-year-old optician from Bloomfield, New Jersey, made headlines on Election Day by arriving at her polling station in a costume symbolic of women’s rights struggles. Dressed in the iconic scarlet robe and white bonnet […]
“READ THE NIKAHNAMA CAREFULLY BEFORE YOU SIGN,” URGES PUBLIC
At an event titled “Mela on Women’s Rights in the Nikahnama,” held by the Legal Aid Society (LAS) in Karachi, speakers urged young women and their families to thoroughly review the Nikahnama, or marriage contract, before signing. “The Nikahnama is more than just a formality; it’s a tool to secure women’s rights,” said Haya Emaan […]